The analysis of the global number of self-employed persons in business services reveals considerable variation across countries. In 2023, Colombia led with 17.39 thousand self-employed individuals, followed by Italy at 11.74 and South Korea at 11.47. Notably, the United Kingdom exhibited significant positive growth at 2.1%, alongside Chile with a 2.23% increase. Other countries with positive year-on-year variations included France (1.68%), New Zealand (1.95%), and Estonia (2.19%). Conversely, Japan faced the most substantial decline at -1.78%, with Sweden and Germany also showing negative trends. Despite the mixed short-term trends, over the past five years, projections indicate moderate overall growth due to the increasing digitalization and flexibility of business services sectors.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of economic recovery efforts post-pandemic, technology adoption, and remote working trends, which may further increase the number of self-employed individuals in business services globally. Additionally, policies promoting entrepreneurship and support for small businesses may play a crucial role in shaping these figures.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Business Services Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 17.39 | 2023 | -0.15% | +0.042% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 11.74 | 2023 | -0.25% | -0.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 11.47 | 2023 | -0.057% | +0.011% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Japan | 9.68 | 2023 | -1.76% | -1.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 7.68 | 2023 | +1.3% | +2.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 6.7 | 2023 | -0.54% | -0.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 5.74 | 2023 | +0.11% | +0.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 4.56 | 2023 | +1.16% | +1.68% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Chile | 4.27 | 2023 | +2.04% | +2.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 3.73 | 2023 | +0.71% | +0.55% | View data |
